2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Centieme | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
